UConn Fires Coach Pasqualoni, Will Pay Buyout

UConn dismissed head football coach Paul Pasqualoni on Monday, following a 41-12 loss to Buffalo. Although Pasqualoni’s eventual dismissal appeared inevitable in light of the Huskies’ 0-4 start, which includes a loss to Towson State and a missed opportunity to upset Michigan, the timing was a surprise in that a change was made mid-season. Offensive Coordinator T.J. Weist will serve as interim head coach.

Many fans are concerned as to whether UConn can attract a top coach given its position in the fledgling American Athletic Conference. Certainly the job is less prestigious than it was a few years ago. However, there are plenty of football coaches willing to accept $1 million plus to coach at UConn. To attract and retain an up and coming coach, UConn might consider some unique contractual provisions, such as a dream job clause and retention bonus in lieu of a buyout clause.